Free bicycle scheme to roll out after summer vacation
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced a free bicycle scheme for girls enrolling in Class 9 in government schools, set to begin after the summer vacation. The initiative aims to support around 1.30 lakh girls in their educational journey from Class 9 to higher studies. Gupta emphasized the importance of girls' education for families and society as a whole.
- ▪The bicycle distribution will start after the summer vacation for girls entering Class 9.
- ▪Approximately 1.30 lakh girls are expected to benefit from this scheme.
- ▪The Delhi Government allocated ₹90 crore for the distribution of bicycles to prevent school dropouts.
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The Hindu BureauNEW DELHI: Calling a bicycle not merely a means of transport, but a tool that will give new momentum to the confidence, independence and dreams of young students, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Saturday said that the process of bicycle distribution to all girls taking admission in Class 9 in government schools will begin after the summer vacation. “Around 1.30 lakh girls enrol in Class 9 every year, and the bicycles will help them throughout their academic journey from Class 9 to college and coaching institutes. The education of daughters is not just important for families, but is the foundation of a brighter future for society and the nation,” Ms.
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